https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 648 items from 2 sources; Taiwan, 182 items from 6 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.en https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136415https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136415Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社赤ちゃん本舗 will participate in the “Kanagawa CO2CO2 (Kotsukotsu) Points+” program run by 神奈川県 and hold a campaign awarding Akachan Honpo points to customers who purchase eligible products at stores in 神奈川県 from October 1 through December 28, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136414https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136414Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES魚バカ一代新橋本店, operated by 株式会社Globridge, will begin serving its winter-only “gout hot pot” on October 1, 2026. The dish is piled high with shirako, ankimo and oysters and costs 2,790 yen (3,069 yen including tax) per serving. It is expected to be available through the end of March 2027. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136413https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136413Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESRukai Kobayashi, a student at 新潟国際自動車大学校, part of the NSG Group, won the series championship in the 2026 Super FJ Motegi-Sugo Championship. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136412https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136412Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESABEMAは、恋愛リアリティーショー『今日、好きになりました。』の参加メンバーおよびカップルによるオリジナルランダムブロマイドを、2026年9月30日よりファミリーマートの「ファミマプリント」で販売する。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136363https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136363Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:27:36 +0900JapanPR TIMES“Hamaichi 2026” starts on October 1, launching an around 3-month cycling tourism event that expands beyond a circuit around Lake Hamana to include the Tenryu area. The event offers a variety of programs, including a touring challenge, guided rides and a mini-velo festival. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136364https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136364Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:25:29 +0900JapanPR TIMES神奈川県川崎市のクラフトビール醸造会社、カギヤブルワリー（株式会社KEY CORPORATION）は、ブランド10周年を前にロゴを一新する。2026年10月13日に武蔵小杉店にて新ロゴのお披露目イベントを開催し、会費5,000円でクラフトビールの飲み放題とフードを提供する。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136365https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136365Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:23:23 +0900JapanPR TIMES西日本旅客鉄道株式会社、甲賀市、湖南市、草津線利用促進プロジェクト、東京カメラ部株式会社は、滋賀県南東部の草津線の利用促進及び沿線地域の活性化を目的に、「草津線物語列車」の企画を進めている。2027年10月～12月のデスティネーションキャンペーン（DC）に向け、湘南乃風のSHOCK EYE氏が小説を執筆し、別所隆弘氏が原案編集を担当する没入型の周遊企画である。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136366https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136366Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:22:34 +0900JapanPR TIMES楽天銀行は、グループのフィンテック事業再編の一環として、10月1日より最大35,000ポイントを進呈するキャンペーンを実施する。新規口座開設者や既存顧客向けに特典が用意され、楽天カードや楽天証券との連携サービスも紹介されている。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136367https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136367Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:22:23 +0900JapanPR TIMES日本フレグランス協会は、2011年から2021年まで休止していた賞典を再開し、「第11回 ジャパン フレグランス アワード 2026」を10月1日の「香水の日」に発表すると発表した。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136368https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136368Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:21:58 +0900JapanPR TIMESサイバーステップ株式会社は、『テラビット』と『鬼斬』のコラボイベントを2026年10月1日より開催。『鬼斬』の13周年記念として鬼ヶ島ワールドや限定スキンが登場し、クリエイターズグランプリも同時実施される。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136369https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136369Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:21:40 +0900JapanPR TIMESULTRA SOCIAL株式会社 has signed a lease for Fukuoka Daimyo Garden City Tower ahead of opening “Fukuoka LIVE Factory,” a TikTok Shop operations hub. The site will be the company’s first regional hub, and is planned to begin operations with 20 studios, with expansion to 100 studios within 4 years. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136371https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136371Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:20:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESレンブラントホテル海老名 will begin accepting reservations for Christmas cakes and limited-edition gourmet fare on Oct. 1, 2026. Early-bird offers through Nov. 30 and sets offering savings of up to ¥2,000 will be available. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136370https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136370Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:20:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESIn October, タイムアウトマーケット大阪 will hold “Happy Halloween at Time Out Market Osaka 2026,” featuring limited-edition menus, a stamp rally and a party. The Korea-born self-photo booth “Photomatic” will also make its debut, alongside limited-edition dishes by a Michelin one-star chef. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136372https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136372Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:18:44 +0900JapanPR TIMES河文, a Nagoya restaurant with a 400-year history, has begun sales of its special osechi for 2027 (¥250,000) and standard osechi (¥100,000). Reservations open on Oct. 1, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136373https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136373Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:17:12 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社IoZ has begun full operation of its fully local AI “LOCAI Voice” at the home-visit massage service 来てくれるボディケア｜ほっこらいず. It has also received an order from a manufacturer in Oita Prefecture to build a local LLM platform based on Ubuntu and equipped with an NVIDIA GPU. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136374https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136374Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:15:21 +0900JapanPR TIMES銀座三越 will begin taking reservations in October for Christmas Cakes 2026 by 8 pâtissiers. The theme is “Connecting hearts, connecting thoughts,” and the cakes will be sold through 三越伊勢丹オンラインストア. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136250https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136250Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:12:53 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ワークマン will begin selling a second collaboration collection featuring Hello Kitty and Kuromi from 株式会社サンリオ in early October. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136251https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136251Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:11:23 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe relocation and settlement consultation desk for Fukushima Prefecture’s 浪江町 has launched “Namie Information Desk,” a website for learning about the town today. The site provides information on places, daily life and work, and helps connect visitors with relocation consultations. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136252https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136252Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:10:06 +0900JapanPR TIMES住友電設 changed its company name to “セムリンクス株式会社” effective Oct. 1, 2026, and made a fresh start as a member of 大和ハウスグループ. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136255https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136255Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ドロキア・オラシイタ announced that it will sell “PABLO mini - Hojicha Mont Blanc” for a limited time at its Shinsaibashi main store starting Oct. 1, 2026. The price is ¥490 (tax included). https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136254https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136254Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES義烏優豊株式会社 will begin wholesale sales for Japan of its 2026 fall long-sleeved collection from its sewing factory in Yiwu, China, starting Oct. 10. It offers a 46% cost reduction and a 10% early-bird discount, with prices of ¥730 per item. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136253https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136253Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社KADOKAWA released Yuzaka Ito's novel “Yamada-sensei, Why Don't You Get Married?” on October 1, 2026. The book won the grand prize at the 17th Shosetsu Wild Age New Writer Award and is a matchmaking comedy set in Kyoto. It has received high praise from judges Mizuki Tsujimura and Shusuke Michio, as well as words of support from booksellers. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136256https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136256Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:08:52 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe first-half-of-October limited-time stages will run in the smartphone cooking game “Usamaru Kitchen” from October 1 to 15, 2026, featuring new and returning outfit items and login bonuses. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136257https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136257Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:07:49 +0900JapanPR TIMESIt was announced that game streamer Haseshin has joined the CREATOR division of esports team “ZETA DIVISION,” operated by GANYMEDE株式会社. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136258https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136258Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:06:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社TBWA HAKUHODO is developing “Low Vision Boxing,” an inclusive combat sport in which people with visual impairments and sighted people compete using light and sound, together with Yoichi Ochiai and Shunsuke Narizawa. It has launched a crowdfunding campaign to help make a special match in Fukushima on December 5, 2026, a reality. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136259https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136259Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:03:58 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社WOWOW and 株式会社NTTドコモ have completed the conversion of the “Lemino” entertainment video content streaming business into a joint venture through an absorption-type company split, and finalized the new company's name and other details. WOWOW acquired 51%, and the third-party allotment of new shares has also been completed. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136260https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136260Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:03:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES豊橋のんほいパークが、暗視スコープを使用して閉園後の立入禁止エリアを巡る初のプレミアムガイドツアー「KEEP OUT」を開催する。令和8年10月17日と31日の2日間、各日10名限定で実施し、応募期限は10月7日17時まで。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136262https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136262Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:02:51 +0900JapanPR TIMES豊島区 has designated November 1 as “Toshima Culture Day” and will hold a range of cultural events throughout the ward for everyone from children to adults. Numerous events, including concerts by 東京都交響楽団 and workshops, will be held. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136261https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136261Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:02:51 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社WOWOW announced that payment procedures for the issuance of new shares through a third-party allotment to NTTドコモ, based on a board resolution dated June 15, 2026, have been completed. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136263https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136263Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:02:06 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社オプティム and 佐賀県神埼市 will launch the “Kanzaki City Regional Revitalization Project” on October 1, 2026, awarding coupons based on residents' actions, such as submitting electronic applications and undergoing health checkups. The 3-year plan uses “Tokumin,” Japan's first resource-circulation coupon platform, which returns savings in administrative costs to the community in the form of local coupons. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136264https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136264Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:01:41 +0900JapanPR TIMESSkincare brand “N organic,” operated by 株式会社シロク, will release a holiday collection in collaboration with Yoshie Watanabe of creative unit “KIGI” on November 6, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136265https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136265Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:01:09 +0900JapanPR TIMES“Poliform TOKYO,” Japan's first Poliform brand store operated by 株式会社アクタス, reopened after renovations on September 4, 2026, introducing the latest collection unveiled at the 2025 Salone del Mobile. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136266https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136266Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:00:49 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社WOWOW has set up a dedicated toll-free number (0120-814-619) for subscribers in areas covered by the Disaster Relief Act following the disaster caused by Typhoon No. 25 of 令和8年, to handle inquiries such as reports of service interruptions. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136267https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136267Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:00:36 +0900JapanPR TIMESRヨット株式会社, part of the 両備グループ, has selected Uno Port in Tamano, Okayama Prefecture, as the home port for its new cruise ship “SEFU,” currently under construction in Portugal. Completion is scheduled for 2027, with service set to begin in 2028. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136268https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136268Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:00:32 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社pafin has begun selling “Smazou,” a service that transfers diagnostic images from CD/DVDs to smartphones without requiring a connection to the hospital LAN or PACS. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136269https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136269Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:00:30 +0900JapanPR TIMES一般社団法人AKATSUKI will exhibit at “Kyoto Smart City Expo 2026,” held on October 8 and 9, and host a special lecture and panel discussion on “Industrial Competitiveness and Economic Security in the AI Era.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136270https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136270Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:00:29 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社電脳交通 will launch the locally focused dispatch app “今治タクシー” in Imabari City, Ehime Prefecture, on Oct. 1, 2026. 16 taxi operators affiliated with 今治タクシー事業協同組合, operating approximately 100 vehicles, will participate, aiming to improve convenience through joint dispatch using the DS dispatch app. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136271https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136271Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:00:11 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe “Artists Pursuing Their Vision” exhibition opens Oct. 6 at 嬉々‼CREATIVE GALLERY&CAFE in Shonan Hiratsuka. It features works by 3 affiliated artists and runs through Nov. 21, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136272https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136272Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:00:08 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社SHIBUYA109エンタテイメント will hold the “SHIBUYA109 × RIISA NAKA” collaboration campaign with actress Riisa Naka at SHIBUYA109渋谷店 from Oct. 15 to 25, 2026. Along with visual displays and giveaways, a POPUP SHOP for RE., the brand produced by Riisa Naka, will also be set up. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136273https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136273Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:00:06 +0900JapanPR TIMESKawade Shobo Shinsha will publish “The Dream-Realizing Brain: 53 Brain-Area Training Exercises to Make Every Day More Enjoyable,” by brain specialist Toshinori Kato, on Sept. 29, 2026. Drawing on his experience assessing more than 10,000 brains, he explains training methods using 8 “brain areas” to help people realize their dreams and foster positive thinking. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136360https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136360Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES兵庫県丹波市は、丸亀市と連携した秋季特別展「太閤の世を生き抜いて-織田と京極・国替の軌跡-」を2026年10月3日に開催する。新木宏典氏を観光アンバサダーに迎え、道の駅での特設コーナーやオープニングイベントなど連動企画も実施する。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136359https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136359Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESアズビル株式会社 has signed a sponsorship agreement with Shun Sato, a member of Japan’s national figure skating team. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136358https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136358Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESCrowdfunding for “GOLDEN M,” a MOOK jointly produced by music magazine “MUSIC LIFE” and automotive magazine “Motor Magazine,” will launch on GREEN FUNDING on Oct. 1, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136357https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136357Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Dr. Vranjes JAPAN announced that Miho Yamaguchi stepped down as representative director effective Sept. 30, 2026, and Mio Toscano Kasuya took over the position effective Oct. 1. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136349https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136349Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESオークラヤ住宅株式会社 has entered into a business partnership with 日本ハウズイング株式会社, with collaboration beginning on Oct. 1, 2026. The companies will combine their expertise in condominium management and resale transactions to handle matters such as consultations on selling properties. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136348https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136348Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社グリーンエース will hold the “Food Upcycling Marche” at Futako-Tamagawa Tokyu Food Show starting Oct. 8, 2026, and will work with MUFG Bank, Orize, Beer the First and Tokyu Department Store to promote food upcycling. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136347https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136347Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESDART’s株式会社 announced that it has signed a token loan agreement with 地蔵鉱山開発株式会社 and will PEG 100億 “DAR” tokens, listed overseas, to gold mine reserves. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136346https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136346Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ニュートンプレス launched Newton magazine’s digital service “Newton Digital” on October 1, 2026. It offers AI chat, a digital magazine viewer, video content and more, with free membership and paid plans (including a monthly plan for 1,350 yen). https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136345https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136345Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe 4K-remastered film Tokyo: The Last Megalopolis will be screened at the 39th Tokyo International Film Festival. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136344https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136344Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMEST&D Holdings has launched a new YouTube program, “How to Make Sense of Money—What They Don’t Teach You at School,” aimed at improving financial literacy among young people. The program features Suzu Yamanouchi and financial planner Yosuke Inoue. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136343https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136343Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Uca opened “Sumu,” an exclusive-rental inn renovated from a 50-year-old traditional house on Naoshima Island, Kagawa Prefecture, on October 1, 2026. It accommodates up to 15 guests and features a sauna, tea room and more. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136342https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136342Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESBF Power, part of the Bluefield Energy group, has completed its registration as a retail electricity provider and established a system for quickly procuring power based on AI demand forecasts. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136341https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136341Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESUnbleached parchment baking paper from sustainable brand イフユーケア is drawing attention for autumn bamboo-steamer dishes and lunch-box preparation. Made with environmentally friendly materials and free of fluorine and plastic, it can also be composted in a home composting system. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136340https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136340Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESApplications have opened for the second cohort of “Koukashita LAB.” The 4-month, hands-on program will run from November 21, 2026, to March 13, 2027. Enrollment is limited to 16 people, and the participation fee is 8,800 yen (tax included). Organized by 株式会社タウンキッチン. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136339https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136339Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESBeauty and the Beast café and restaurant Beauty & the Beast will close at the end of December 2026, bringing its approximately 10-year history to an end. As its final Christmas, it will offer limited-time lunch and dinner courses from December 19 to 25, 2026. Reservations opened on October 1, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136338https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136338Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES地域デザインラボさいたま, part of りそなグループ, will establish a new office, “Kita Lab.,” inside the Kumagaya Branch of 埼玉りそな銀行 and strengthen its efforts to address local issues in the northern part of the prefecture. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136337https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136337Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESプチバトー will hold a “TOKYO Culture Debut” partnership workshop at the international art exhibition TOKYO ATLAS, which will run from October 10 to December 20, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136336https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136336Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe Beauty and the Beast café and restaurant in Yokohama will hold an additional music dinner performance on December 11. All 32 seats for the November 13 performance sold out the day after it was announced. The added performance will be the final event of its kind before the restaurant closes at the end of December 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136335https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136335Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESCraft beer brand ISEKADO, operated by 有限会社二軒茶屋餅角屋本店, and Ninben will release their jointly developed limited-brew beer “Ibushi Dashi” on October 8, 2026. It is made with honkarebushi and the wild yeast strain “KADOYA1.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136334https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136334Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES一般社団法人日本eモータースポーツ機構 (JeMO) has announced the race details for e-Motorsport League UNIZONE 2026 Rd.5, to be held on October 31, 2026. The JAF-sanctioned event will use circuits including Autódromo José Carlos Pace and Autodromo Internazionale del Mugello, and will also be streamed live on YouTube. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136333https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136333Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社アイオイ・システム has begun accepting orders for “PP0106,” a Projection Picking System® controller that combines wide-area coverage with high-precision detection. Its proprietary algorithm corrects distortion from wide-angle lenses and enables spot detection as small as 40mm. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136332https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136332Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESMurase Satoshi and Santama of さんたま輸出コミュニティ will appear as guests on the Oct. 1 episode of “Why So Good?,” a radio program produced by 株式会社まぐまぐ, to discuss the Amazon export business in the United States and the market for Japanese products. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136331https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136331Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESアイパークインスティチュート株式会社, 医療法人徳洲会湘南鎌倉総合病院, 三菱商事株式会社, 国立大学法人横浜国立大学, and 一般社団法人新湘南ウェルビーイング協議会 will hold “Shin-Shonan Well-Being Festa 2026” at Shonan Health Innovation Park on Nov. 21. About 1,600 people attended last year. This year, the event aims to improve well-being through resident participation, including health assessments and mobility experiences. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136330https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136330Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESネッスー株式会社 will begin testing its “Cheer Don” e-commerce service for households receiving child-rearing allowances on Oct. 1, 2026, and will start sales in Fukuoka on the same day and in the Tokyo metropolitan area on Oct. 12. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136329https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136329Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESHiJoJo Partners株式会社 and JAMPファンド・マネジメント株式会社 announced that HiJoJoグローバルユニコーン投資法人 (HiJoJo PEIT), which invests in unlisted shares, including those of global unicorn companies, began investment management on Oct. 1, 2026, with total paid-in capital of about ¥10 billion. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136328https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136328Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESパーソルクロステクノロジー is working with pro esports team “FENNEL” to develop a system that visualizes and quantifies in-game communication using AI technology. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136327https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136327Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社銀座ルノアール will open a new store, “喫茶室ルノアール 新宿３丁目T&Tビル店,” on Oct. 18, with a Showa-modern concept. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136326https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136326Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社船場 announced that the November 2026 special issue of design magazine “AXIS,” titled “SEMBA NEW STATEMENT: The Liberation of Space,” will be published on Oct. 5, 2026. The issue explores 船場’s creative philosophy under the theme “The Liberation of Space,” featuring works by 6 photographers and interviews with employees and external partners. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136325https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136325Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社オリゼ will participate in the “Food Upcycling Marche” at Futako-Tamagawa Tokyu Food Show from Oct. 8 to 14, 2026, selling upcycled products made using rice koji fermentation technology. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136324https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136324Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社DG Daiwa Ventures (DGDV) has invested in Meragi Events E-commerce Private Limited, which provides end-to-end wedding planning and management in India. DGDV participated as a new investor alongside existing investors Accel and PeakXV, and Meragi plans to use the funds raised to expand its business and strengthen its infrastructure. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136323https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136323Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESAs 株式会社ゼンリン’s tourism service “STLOCAL” expands into Okinawa, フォルシア株式会社 has begun providing a ticketing platform using its travel product sales platform “webコネクト.” Tickets for 沖縄都市モノレール’s Yui Rail can now be purchased and used as e-tickets. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136322https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136322Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe business succession support provided by Serendip Holdings subsidiary サーテックカリヤ was featured in the DBJ Integrated Report. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136321https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136321Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES港区 will prohibit sexual harassment in job-hunting activities and other settings starting Oct. 1, 令和8年, and will take steps including eliminating inappropriate behavior in interviews and internships, limiting official communication channels, and establishing consultation services. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136320https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136320Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社エフアンドエム will launch “MCP Server,” a generative AI feature for its “オフィスステーション Pro” cloud software for labor and social security attorney offices, in November 2026, enabling automation that directly operates business systems. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136319https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136319Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社コーチ・エィ will transition to a holding company structure effective January 1, 2027, and change its current corporate name to “株式会社コーチ・エィホールディングス.” Preparatory Company 1 and Preparatory Company 2, established as new subsidiaries, will change their corporate names to “株式会社コーチ・エィ” and “株式会社COACHEX,” respectively, and their representatives have been decided. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136318https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136318Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社オリゼ、グリーンエース、BTF、三菱UFJ銀行、東急百貨店の5社が共同で、二子玉川 東急フードショーにて「食のアップサイクル」をテーマとした期間限定マルシェを開催する。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136317https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136317Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES磐田市 has been advancing a restoration project at 遠江国分寺跡, and construction of the central gate and east cloister has been completed. Work to recreate a wooden lantern standing 3 m tall, the first of its kind in Japan, will also begin in 令和8年度, with installation planned for 令和10年度. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136316https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136316Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESワイエスフード株式会社 has signed a comprehensive agreement with 香春町 in Fukuoka Prefecture and 株式会社グリーンケミー, launching a disaster-preparedness model that stocks side dishes from “九州筑豊ラーメン山小屋” as emergency food with a 7-year shelf life. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136315https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136315Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Fennel-operated pro esports team “FENNEL” and パーソルクロステクノロジー announced a joint initiative to use AI technology to visualize and quantify the quality of in-game communication. The companies have had a sponsorship agreement since July 2026, and aim to improve team performance by using the system they develop for coaching. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136314https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136314Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESA press release issued by 鳥取県 about Daisen broccoli was selected for the Best 101 from 4,236 entries nationwide in the “Press Release Awards 2026,” hosted by PR TIMES. Its advertising-equivalent value exceeded 1億5千万円. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136313https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136313Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社丸山珈琲 will release a LINE-exclusive box featuring its deep-roasted “軽井沢ブレンド” coffee paired with doughnuts on October 1. Responding to the popularity of its existing coffee doughnuts, the product comes with drip bags and is priced at 2,000.32 yen (tax and shipping included). https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136312https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136312Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESpaiza株式会社 will redesign its corporate logo as its business diversifies, with the new design to be introduced in stages starting October 1, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136311https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136311Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社NearMe has partnered with Taiwanese-style postpartum care hotel “Coral Sango Salon,” which will mark its 3rd anniversary in October 2026, to launch a post-discharge transportation service. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136310https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136310Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESALL DIFFERENT株式会社 held a job offer ceremony on October 1, welcoming new graduates scheduled to join the company in April 2027. The company, which has supported a cumulative total of 20,000 companies and more than 470万人, is a specialist in organizational development and human resource development, and is also accepting pre-entry applications for new graduate recruitment. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136309https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136309Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社GoQSystem has enhanced the automated order processing features of its EC management system “GoQSystem,” releasing the new features “Create Automated Processing in One Click” and “Create from Template.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136308https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136308Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社エスプールの子会社である株式会社エスプールブリッジは、14,000名超のプロ人材ネットワークを活用したBtoB向けコンテンツマーケティング支援サービス「ゾクジーン」を2026年9月16日より開始する。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136307https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136307Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESNadia株式会社 and 公益財団法人日本豆類協会 have launched a special feature page and are running a recipe submission campaign to coincide with October 13, “Bean Day.” The application period ends on November 19, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136306https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136306Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESヤマキ株式会社の電子レンジ専用調味料「レンジで作るだし巻き卵の素」は、2026年4～8月の売上が前年同期比約180％を記録し好調。簡便調理ニーズに応えるため、ミニサイズを追加し、WebCMを更新して配信する。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136305https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136305Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESサンフロンティアホテルマネジメント株式会社は、青森県六ヶ所村に東北エリア初の「たびのホテル青森六ヶ所村」を2026年10月2日に開業する。全210室に洗濯機や電子レンジなどを備え、中長期滞在に対応したサービスを提供する。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136304https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136304Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES東海電子株式会社は、2026年10月9日に札幌で「自動点呼セミナー」を開催する。対面での機器体験や相談が可能で、参加費は無料。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136303https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136303Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社IMAGICA GROUPは、第39回東京国際映画祭連動イベントとして2026年10月29日に「Future Talks by IMAGICA GROUP ～未来の物語を、つくる人へ～」を開催し、株式会社ロボットによる公開ライターズルームを実施する。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136302https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136302Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社IMAGICA GROUPは、2026年10月26日から11月4日まで開催される第39回東京国際映画祭に昨年に引き続き協賛する。また、会期中の10月29日に同映画祭と連動した主催イベント「Future Talks by IMAGICA GROUP」を東京ミッドタウン日比谷にて開催する。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136301https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136301Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社綿半ホームエイドは、2026年秋冬シーズン向けにグラフェン素材を採用した毛布と敷パッドなど10種類の寝具を発売する。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136300https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136300Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社にんべんとクラフトビール「ISEKADO」を展開する有限会社二軒茶屋餅角屋本店は、鰹節香る新ビール「燻しだし」を2026年10月8日より発売する。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136299https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136299Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESLINE WORKS株式会社は、社外との日程調整を効率化する「かんたん日程調整」アプリを10月1日より提供開始した。本アプリは無料で利用可能であり、予約受付型の調整や相手側からの日時提案・変更に対応している。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136298https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136298Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社FRONTEOは、健康保険組合連合会東京連合会が実施する健康企業宣言において「健康優良企業 銀の認定」を取得した。同社は2026年3月にも経済産業省と日本健康会議による「健康経営優良法人2026（大規模法人部門）」の認定を受けており、従業員の健康保持・増進に向けた取り組みを継続している。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136297https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136297Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ワコールの「肌リフト」シリーズが2016年発売から10周年を迎え、累計販売枚数が180万枚を突破した。これを記念し、人気ブラジャーとコーディネイトできる新色のガードルを2026年秋冬シーズンに発売する。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136296https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136296Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社クロス・マーケティングは、10月8日に生成AI依存の課題を解決し、自社データから未来の生活ニーズを導く手法を解説するオンラインセミナーを開催する。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136295https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136295Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ポジティブドリームパーソンズが運営する三井ガーデンホテル名古屋プレミアのレストラン「The Living Room with SKY BAR」は、12月19日から25日にかけてクリスマス限定特別ディナーコースを提供する。価格は17,000円で、三河和牛やキャビアなどの高級食材を使用し、名古屋の夜景を眺めながら楽しめる。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136294https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-15/index-en-p3.html#n3136294Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ポジティブドリームパーソンズが運営する長良川清流ホテルのレストラン「囲炉裏と日本料理 松風庵」は、12月19日から25日までクリスマス期間限定の鉄板焼きディナーコースを1日1組限定で提供する。